Common expenses include:- Attorney Fees: Legal assistance for reviewing contracts and ensuring compliance can vary based on the complexity of your deal.- Title Insurance: Protects against potential disputes over property ownership.- Appraisal Fees: Necessary to determine the property’s market value.- Closing Costs: This can include various fees related to finalizing the loan, such as recording fees and settlement costs.Inspection Fees: If required, this ensures the property is in good condition before purchase.It’s a good idea to discuss these potential costs with your lender upfront to get a clearer picture of what to expect.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

It's the focus of most of our RE podcast content, including the featured episode this week, with @Chad Carson, and @Dave Meyer.Curious - why do you think that this wouldn't be allowed on BiggerPockets? 

I would not include appreciation since that is an unrealized gain.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

Key features include:- Automated rent collection, late fee processing, and lease renewal reminders- Marketing your units across multiple sites (zillow, apartments.com, etc.)- Integrated compliance module for local ordinances and regulations- Customizable reporting and analytics dashboards- User-friendly interface for landlords and tenantsMy goal is to empower landlords with efficient, cost-effective tools to manage their properties, minimize risks by being updated with all the regulations in their markets, and maximize returns.

Someone correct me if i'm wrong but fair return is all encompassing and includes all conditions listed by @Paul Merriwether.

A legally suited detached with garage is around the $375k - 450k point (in decent shape). 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath main floor around 1100 sqft can rent for $2000-$2200 a month (utilities included). 3 bedroom, 1 bath basement can rent for around $1600-$1800.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

I recognize that the CoC return is not as high as we'd like, but it does come with some built in equity (~$100,000)Details:- 3/2 Single family house (1487 sq ft) with a 1/1 ADU out back- Zipcode 78745- Purchase price: $469,900- Down payment: $50,000 plus CC (includes assignment fee)- Seller Finance $419,900 at 3.5% interest; 30 year amortization with a 15 year balloon- PITI $2744.02- Rental comps: $2667 for the 3/2; $1505 for the 1/1 - LTR according to BP (Total $4172)- Repairs needed - minimal, coat of paint and maybe swapping a window unit A/C for a mini split